Scotrenewables has been focused on improving the SR2000’s output since it was originally launched in May 2016.

The 64-metre vessel harnesses tidal power via a submerged propeller, which designers say can be optimised to suit different tidal conditions.

Founder and director, Barry Johnston said: “After developing the initial concept more than a decade ago, it’s fantastic to now see the latest evolution.”

The project has been supported by Scottish Enterprise’s WATERS II, and received investment from the Scottish Government, via the Renewable Energy Investment Fund.

Scotrenewables were also recently selected by the European Commission to lead the FloTec project, an industrial consortium which seeks to make optimised SR2000 technology commercially available by the end of 2018.